Jas C, Author at Wallpaper Data Wallpaper Data Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:16:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Artist Creates Minimalistic Illustrations of Carefree Cats Living Their Best Life https://wallpaperdata.com/artist-creates-minimalistic-illustrations-of-carefree-cats-living-their-best-life/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:45:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9596 There is something about cats and their carefree life that puts a smile on our faces every time we witness it. This effect even translates to art as illustrations made by an artist known as Jinodae show. Jinodae creates minimalistic illustrations of carefree cats living their best life. Their works feature black and white engaged […]

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There is something about cats and their carefree life that puts a smile on our faces every time we witness it. This effect even translates to art as illustrations made by an artist known as Jinodae show.

Jinodae creates minimalistic illustrations of carefree cats living their best life. Their works feature black and white engaged in activities like snoozing, cleaning themselves, rolling on their backs, or observing the world that surrounds them.

Despite the lack of detail, these illustrations are strangely satisfying and captivating, making the viewer feel like they can put together the pieces of the scene that were left out.

In a recent interview with Bored Panda, Jinodae explained that they didn’t always have cats as their primary inspiration. During a prolonged creative block, the artist started using cats as a subject for quick sketches and art studies. This prompted a fascination with the way the felines can “comfortably sit and sleep” and made them a prominent part of their art process.

Jinodae, who uses a combination of digital tools and traditional pen and paper sketching, frequently shares their newest cat illustrations on social media. Continue scrolling to check out more of them and.

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Animals and Plants Become One in Ellen Jewett’s Surreal Sculptures https://wallpaperdata.com/animals-and-plants-become-one-in-ellen-jewetts-surreal-sculptures/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:42:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9571 Through her surreal sculptures, Canadian artist Ellen Jewett takes the special bond between animals and plants to an even deeper level. Instead of being interdependent on each other like in the real world, they actually become one in the world created by her art. Jewett’s sculptures combine the features of animals and plants in a […]

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Through her surreal sculptures, Canadian artist Ellen Jewett takes the special bond between animals and plants to an even deeper level. Instead of being interdependent on each other like in the real world, they actually become one in the world created by her art.

Jewett’s sculptures combine the features of animals and plants in a way that makes them look like they came straight out of a fantasy movie. There are turtles with trees growing on their back, deer with branches and twigs instead of horns, and wolves covered with flowers as part of their fur.

Jewett mostly creates smaller sculptures that fit in the palm of one’s hand. But despite this, she manages to pack each piece with an astonishing amount of details. In order to do so, she relies on her formal studies in fine art, anthropology, and zoology, as well as work experience in medical illustration and exotic animal care.

“Plants and animals have always been the surface on which humans have etched the foundations of culture, sustenance, and identity. For myself, natural forms are a continual source of fascination and deep aesthetic pleasure,” Jewett explains on her website.

You can check out more of Jewett’s surreal sculptures by continuing to scroll.

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This Artist Creates Astonishingly Detailed Celebrity Portraits Using Pebbles https://wallpaperdata.com/this-artist-creates-astonishingly-detailed-celebrity-portraits-using-pebbles/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:33:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9551 When most people take a pebble in their hand, they do so with the intention to throw it as far as they can. When British artist Justin Bateman does it, he becomes one step closer to creating an ephemeral masterpiece. Bateman creates astonishingly detailed celebrity portraits with pebbles he finds in nature. He manages to […]

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When most people take a pebble in their hand, they do so with the intention to throw it as far as they can. When British artist Justin Bateman does it, he becomes one step closer to creating an ephemeral masterpiece.

Bateman creates astonishingly detailed celebrity portraits with pebbles he finds in nature. He manages to capture the likeness of actors, musicians, and historical figures, in such a way that it is hard to believe you are just looking at a bunch of perfectly arranged stones.

To make this fascinating art, Bateman goes through a painstaking process that requires sourcing hundreds and sometimes thousands of pebbles in different colors and arranging them in a perfect sequence to display a recognizable image. He does this despite knowing that his creation won’t be intact for too long and will surrender itself to rain, wind, or tide.

 “My nomadic existence would not be compromised by easels, oils, chisels, or any other equipment necessary for conventional processes. I could work anywhere, anytime and maintain consistent practice, even whilst on the road… as long as I could find stones,” Bateman shared in a recent interview with Forbes.

Continue scrolling to check out more of Bateman’s pebble portraits.

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Faces Emerge From the Pages of Books in Paola Grizi’s Stunning Sculptures https://wallpaperdata.com/faces-emerge-from-the-pages-of-books-in-paola-grizis-stunning-sculptures/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9530 Paola Grizi is an Italian artist who creates stunning and unique sculptures in which faces emerge from the pages of books. The faces appearing in Grizi’s sculptures, which are made from terracotta and bronze, take on a wide range of expressions. Some have signs of struggle from their exhausting endeavor, others seem to be amazed, […]

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Paola Grizi is an Italian artist who creates stunning and unique sculptures in which faces emerge from the pages of books. The faces appearing in Grizi’s sculptures, which are made from terracotta and bronze, take on a wide range of expressions. Some have signs of struggle from their exhausting endeavor, others seem to be amazed, and some are reluctant to show themselves. However, they all aim to evoke emotion in viewers.

Grizi is an avid fan of the written word, studying Classics and Italian Literature and working as a journalist before embarking on a career as an artist. But she actually started creating her signature pieces by accident.

She initially had an idea to create a face that emerges from panels. But when she started working on this sculpture, Grizi noticed that those panels reminded her of book pages. It was at that point that she realized that this could be a great way to incorporate her love for books into her artistic expression.

“My challenge today is to bring lightness and dynamism to a static material, to thin the bronze, to set the clay in motion. My books and pages tell stories and emotions through enigmatic faces and engravings on time-worn sheets. The words are semi-legible, comprehensible only in the moment of creation,” Grizi shared in a recent interview with DeMilked.

Continue scrolling to check out more of Grizi’s unique sculptures.

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Blink 182’s Mark Hoppus to Auction Off His Rare Banksy Painting https://wallpaperdata.com/blink-182s-mark-hoppus-to-auction-off-his-rare-banksy-painting/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:43:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9512 Banksy is arguably the world’s most famous street artist. He is known for his thought-provoking stencils and graffiti that feature social commentary and satire. But what most people don’t know is that Bansky also created a number of oil paintings over the course of his career. Now, one of them is being auctioned off by […]

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Banksy is arguably the world’s most famous street artist. He is known for his thought-provoking stencils and graffiti that feature social commentary and satire. But what most people don’t know is that Bansky also created a number of oil paintings over the course of his career. Now, one of them is being auctioned off by Blink 182 singer and bassist Mark Hoppus.

The painting, titled “Crude Oil (Vettriano),” will be offered for sale through auction house Sotheby’s on March 4 as part of a modern and contemporary art event that will also feature works of Pablo Picasso and Roy Lichtenstein. The piece, which has been in Hoppus’ collection for more than a decade, is expected to fetch a price of $6 million.

“We loved this painting since the moment we saw it. Unmistakably Banksy, but different. We bought it because we loved it. It’s borne witness to our family over these past dozen years,” Hoppus said in a statement. “This painting has meant so much to us and been such an amazing part of our lives, and now I’m excited for it to be out there in the world.”

“Crude Oil (Vettriano)” was first presented at Banksy’s exhibition show Crude Oils: A Gallery of Remixed Masterpieces, Vandalism and Vermin in 2005. The painting is based on Jack Vettriano’s artwork “The Singing Butler” and features Banksy’s signature take on current issues. It depicts a couple dancing while a butler holds an umbrella over them like in the original but with the addition of two men in hazard suits disposing of toxic waste in the background.

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Viral Video of a Cat Sleeping in the Most Relaxed Position Delights the Internet https://wallpaperdata.com/viral-video-of-a-cat-sleeping-in-the-most-relaxed-position-delights-the-internet/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:40:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9490 Cats are known to be always on the lookout for potential danger, even when they are asleep. But sometimes, when they have enough trust in their owner, they get totally relaxed and it can result in the funniest and most adorable situations. TikTok user @paulmaddock6 recently shared a video of his feline Boyce sleeping in […]

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Cats are known to be always on the lookout for potential danger, even when they are asleep. But sometimes, when they have enough trust in their owner, they get totally relaxed and it can result in the funniest and most adorable situations.

TikTok user @paulmaddock6 recently shared a video of his feline Boyce sleeping in the most relaxed position ever, delighting internet users and bringing them more than a few chuckles.

The clip, which received more than 14 million views since being shared several days ago, shows Boyce sleeping on its back beside a fireplace while having all of its legs outstretched.

Other TikTok users rushed to the comments section, which contains 27K comments and counting, to share their opinions on the video.

Some users praised @paulmaddock6, saying this sleeping pose is a sign of trust.

“That’s the pose of 100% trust,” @simcat99 wrote.

“a cat sleeping like this, belly free open… is the most secure feeling she can get.. congrats to the owner… you are doing everything alright,” @marakanatakan added.

Others used the opportunity to get some jokes out.

“Cat sleep like he paid all the bills,” @infamousdgutter commented.

“draw me like one of your french girls, Jack,” @fakiraszakira shared.

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Rare Collection of Winnie-the-Pooh Drawings and Manuscripts Sell for $118,000 https://wallpaperdata.com/rare-collection-of-winnie-the-pooh-drawings-and-manuscripts-sell-for-118000/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:58:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9464 Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most famous characters in children’s literature. Created by author A. A. Milne and illustrator E. H. Shepard, the honey-loving bear has been featured in numerous books, animated movies, and other publications. Recently, a rare collection centering on Winnie-the-Pooh made its way to auction organized by Fieldings Auctioneers and ended up […]

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Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most famous characters in children’s literature. Created by author A. A. Milne and illustrator E. H. Shepard, the honey-loving bear has been featured in numerous books, animated movies, and other publications.

Recently, a rare collection centering on Winnie-the-Pooh made its way to auction organized by Fieldings Auctioneers and ended up selling for £95,000 (around $118,000). The collection consisted of original drawings and illustrations, including sketches for 1930’s The Christopher Robin Birthday Book, as well as Milne’s ideas and early drafts of Winnie-the-Pooh stories.

Additionally, the collection featured the author’s correspondence with publishers and Shepard, many of which mention Winnie-the-Pooh.

This rare Winnie-the-Pooh collection belonged to publisher Leslie Smith, who kept it stored in his attic. After Smith’s death, his son was sorting out his stuff and discovered it.

“This is an incredible discovery in the world of Winnie the Pooh, especially when it was thought all documents were accounted for. It has been an absolute pleasure to read through these rare, unique, and personal letters and documents which give further insight into our favorite honey-loving bear,” book specialist Clive Farahar, who appraised the collection, said in a statement.

During the auction, the collection was split into 34 lots, with starting prices ranging from £100 ($125) to £1,500 ($1,870). The majority of the lots were picked up by British collectors while the rest were bought by collectors from the United States.

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Bauhaus Design Meets Pop Culture in the Works of This Australian Artist https://wallpaperdata.com/bauhaus-design-meets-pop-culture-in-the-works-of-this-australian-artist/ Sat, 18 Jan 2025 08:11:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9436 Originating in Germany in the early 20th century as an artistic movement, Bauhaus took a unique approach to art and architecture. Its aim was to combine an individual vision of art and design with functionality and mass production. Bauhaus remains influential in modern times, with its principles still being used in architecture, product design, and […]

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Originating in Germany in the early 20th century as an artistic movement, Bauhaus took a unique approach to art and architecture. Its aim was to combine an individual vision of art and design with functionality and mass production.

Bauhaus remains influential in modern times, with its principles still being used in architecture, product design, and art. It also serves as an inspiration for artists, who are applying Bauhaus to their works in an unexpected way.

One of them is Australian artist Elisha, aka Bauhaus Your Haus. She creates artworks in which, as she puts it, “Bauhaus design meets pop culture.” These artworks use recognizable elements of Bauhaus design, including clean lines, bold colors, and simple geometric shapes.

 Elisha’s art features depictions of celebrities, superheroes, and characters from movies, TV shows, and video games. The list includes retired sprinter Usain Bolt, Lieutenant Commander Data from Star Trek: Next Generation, the version of superhero Wolverine from the X-Men ’97 animated series, Heath Ledgers’ version of the villain Joker, Captain Horatio Magellan Crunch aka Cap’n Crunch, and many more.

Elisha shares her newest creations on social media and offers them as posters on her Etsy shop. You can check them out by scrolling below.

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People Realize Calculator App Saves History and are Now Sharing Their “Embarrassing” Calculations https://wallpaperdata.com/people-realize-calculator-app-saves-history-and-are-now-sharing-their-embarrassing-calculations/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:29:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9423 Having a calculator app on our smartphone always comes in handy. We can use it for complex calculations or for times when we just want to double-check that “7 x 8” equals 56. But did you know that the calculator app saves a history of all of your previous calculations? As it turns out, a […]

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Having a calculator app on our smartphone always comes in handy. We can use it for complex calculations or for times when we just want to double-check that “7 x 8” equals 56. But did you know that the calculator app saves a history of all of your previous calculations?

As it turns out, a lot of TikTok users didn’t know this and some of them are relieved that this history can be deleted due to their “embarrassing” calculations. Others decided to share it with the rest of the world.

One of them is TikTok user @jeffersonjohn14, who decided to share their realization with the rest of the world in a video that has since gone viral.

“Yall please remember to clear your CALCULATOR history every once in a while..my bf just saw mine and would have rather him gone thru my internet history,” @jeffersonjohn14 wrote in the video while also disclosing that her embarrassing calculation was “3+8??????.”

Many TikTok users were oblivious and thanked @jeffersonjohn14 for giving them a heads-up.

“Didn’t know this was a thing, thanks for the heads up girlie!!!,” @jesslovesyoumore wrote in the comments.

“Calculator app has a history?” @lyamichellee added.

Some TikTokers, on the other hand, used the opportunity to share their own “embarrassing” calculations.

“1×10.. it was a difficult day!” @shakespeareandcom1623 commented.

“no bc why do I have 30+8,” @alikidkat shared.

“Nah why I got 35-1 in mine,” @414n.uzi added.

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Dave Clamp’s Simple Illustrations are Packed with Humor https://wallpaperdata.com/dave-clamps-simple-illustrations-are-packed-with-humor/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 16:26:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9390 In comedy, less is often more. Keeping the joke simple and to the point is the best way to get the biggest laughs. If you need any proof of this, just take a look at the works of British artist and musician Dave Clamp. Clamp creates simple illustrations that are packed with humor. His works […]

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In comedy, less is often more. Keeping the joke simple and to the point is the best way to get the biggest laughs. If you need any proof of this, just take a look at the works of British artist and musician Dave Clamp.

Clamp creates simple illustrations that are packed with humor. His works are usually black and white, with a small amount of details and a few lines of text. Despite this, the idea behind them is always so funny that you can’t help but laugh.  

“I try to keep it simple. I don’t even use backgrounds or shading for the most part. The most important thing for me is to tell a short story with every drawing. I also love wordplay. You can tell a joke with a single word if you know what you’re doing – or you can do it with no words at all! It’s all about the idea!,” Clamp shared in a recent interview with Bored Panda.

Clamp’s works might seem like something created by a seasoned veteran but he is fairly new to the world of illustrations. Everything started when he acquired a whiteboard, hoping it would help him get a better organization. But it didn’t take long before he started using it for drawing instead of writing.

He liked the practice as it helped him relax following a long day or a tiring recording session. But since one drawing needed to disappear for another to come to life on the whiteboard, he eventually started making digital illustrations and sharing them on social media.

Continue scrolling to check out more of his works.

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ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Jas C, Author at Wallpaper Data Wallpaper Data Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:16:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Artist Creates Minimalistic Illustrations of Carefree Cats Living Their Best Life https://wallpaperdata.com/artist-creates-minimalistic-illustrations-of-carefree-cats-living-their-best-life/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:45:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9596 There is something about cats and their carefree life that puts a smile on our faces every time we witness it. This effect even translates to art as illustrations made by an artist known as Jinodae show. Jinodae creates minimalistic illustrations of carefree cats living their best life. Their works feature black and white engaged […]

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There is something about cats and their carefree life that puts a smile on our faces every time we witness it. This effect even translates to art as illustrations made by an artist known as Jinodae show.

Jinodae creates minimalistic illustrations of carefree cats living their best life. Their works feature black and white engaged in activities like snoozing, cleaning themselves, rolling on their backs, or observing the world that surrounds them.

Despite the lack of detail, these illustrations are strangely satisfying and captivating, making the viewer feel like they can put together the pieces of the scene that were left out.

In a recent interview with Bored Panda, Jinodae explained that they didn’t always have cats as their primary inspiration. During a prolonged creative block, the artist started using cats as a subject for quick sketches and art studies. This prompted a fascination with the way the felines can “comfortably sit and sleep” and made them a prominent part of their art process.

Jinodae, who uses a combination of digital tools and traditional pen and paper sketching, frequently shares their newest cat illustrations on social media. Continue scrolling to check out more of them and.

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Animals and Plants Become One in Ellen Jewett’s Surreal Sculptures https://wallpaperdata.com/animals-and-plants-become-one-in-ellen-jewetts-surreal-sculptures/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 08:42:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9571 Through her surreal sculptures, Canadian artist Ellen Jewett takes the special bond between animals and plants to an even deeper level. Instead of being interdependent on each other like in the real world, they actually become one in the world created by her art. Jewett’s sculptures combine the features of animals and plants in a […]

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Through her surreal sculptures, Canadian artist Ellen Jewett takes the special bond between animals and plants to an even deeper level. Instead of being interdependent on each other like in the real world, they actually become one in the world created by her art.

Jewett’s sculptures combine the features of animals and plants in a way that makes them look like they came straight out of a fantasy movie. There are turtles with trees growing on their back, deer with branches and twigs instead of horns, and wolves covered with flowers as part of their fur.

Jewett mostly creates smaller sculptures that fit in the palm of one’s hand. But despite this, she manages to pack each piece with an astonishing amount of details. In order to do so, she relies on her formal studies in fine art, anthropology, and zoology, as well as work experience in medical illustration and exotic animal care.

“Plants and animals have always been the surface on which humans have etched the foundations of culture, sustenance, and identity. For myself, natural forms are a continual source of fascination and deep aesthetic pleasure,” Jewett explains on her website.

You can check out more of Jewett’s surreal sculptures by continuing to scroll.

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This Artist Creates Astonishingly Detailed Celebrity Portraits Using Pebbles https://wallpaperdata.com/this-artist-creates-astonishingly-detailed-celebrity-portraits-using-pebbles/ Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:33:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9551 When most people take a pebble in their hand, they do so with the intention to throw it as far as they can. When British artist Justin Bateman does it, he becomes one step closer to creating an ephemeral masterpiece. Bateman creates astonishingly detailed celebrity portraits with pebbles he finds in nature. He manages to […]

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When most people take a pebble in their hand, they do so with the intention to throw it as far as they can. When British artist Justin Bateman does it, he becomes one step closer to creating an ephemeral masterpiece.

Bateman creates astonishingly detailed celebrity portraits with pebbles he finds in nature. He manages to capture the likeness of actors, musicians, and historical figures, in such a way that it is hard to believe you are just looking at a bunch of perfectly arranged stones.

To make this fascinating art, Bateman goes through a painstaking process that requires sourcing hundreds and sometimes thousands of pebbles in different colors and arranging them in a perfect sequence to display a recognizable image. He does this despite knowing that his creation won’t be intact for too long and will surrender itself to rain, wind, or tide.

 “My nomadic existence would not be compromised by easels, oils, chisels, or any other equipment necessary for conventional processes. I could work anywhere, anytime and maintain consistent practice, even whilst on the road… as long as I could find stones,” Bateman shared in a recent interview with Forbes.

Continue scrolling to check out more of Bateman’s pebble portraits.

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Faces Emerge From the Pages of Books in Paola Grizi’s Stunning Sculptures https://wallpaperdata.com/faces-emerge-from-the-pages-of-books-in-paola-grizis-stunning-sculptures/ Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9530 Paola Grizi is an Italian artist who creates stunning and unique sculptures in which faces emerge from the pages of books. The faces appearing in Grizi’s sculptures, which are made from terracotta and bronze, take on a wide range of expressions. Some have signs of struggle from their exhausting endeavor, others seem to be amazed, […]

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Paola Grizi is an Italian artist who creates stunning and unique sculptures in which faces emerge from the pages of books. The faces appearing in Grizi’s sculptures, which are made from terracotta and bronze, take on a wide range of expressions. Some have signs of struggle from their exhausting endeavor, others seem to be amazed, and some are reluctant to show themselves. However, they all aim to evoke emotion in viewers.

Grizi is an avid fan of the written word, studying Classics and Italian Literature and working as a journalist before embarking on a career as an artist. But she actually started creating her signature pieces by accident.

She initially had an idea to create a face that emerges from panels. But when she started working on this sculpture, Grizi noticed that those panels reminded her of book pages. It was at that point that she realized that this could be a great way to incorporate her love for books into her artistic expression.

“My challenge today is to bring lightness and dynamism to a static material, to thin the bronze, to set the clay in motion. My books and pages tell stories and emotions through enigmatic faces and engravings on time-worn sheets. The words are semi-legible, comprehensible only in the moment of creation,” Grizi shared in a recent interview with DeMilked.

Continue scrolling to check out more of Grizi’s unique sculptures.

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Blink 182’s Mark Hoppus to Auction Off His Rare Banksy Painting https://wallpaperdata.com/blink-182s-mark-hoppus-to-auction-off-his-rare-banksy-painting/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 08:43:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9512 Banksy is arguably the world’s most famous street artist. He is known for his thought-provoking stencils and graffiti that feature social commentary and satire. But what most people don’t know is that Bansky also created a number of oil paintings over the course of his career. Now, one of them is being auctioned off by […]

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Banksy is arguably the world’s most famous street artist. He is known for his thought-provoking stencils and graffiti that feature social commentary and satire. But what most people don’t know is that Bansky also created a number of oil paintings over the course of his career. Now, one of them is being auctioned off by Blink 182 singer and bassist Mark Hoppus.

The painting, titled “Crude Oil (Vettriano),” will be offered for sale through auction house Sotheby’s on March 4 as part of a modern and contemporary art event that will also feature works of Pablo Picasso and Roy Lichtenstein. The piece, which has been in Hoppus’ collection for more than a decade, is expected to fetch a price of $6 million.

“We loved this painting since the moment we saw it. Unmistakably Banksy, but different. We bought it because we loved it. It’s borne witness to our family over these past dozen years,” Hoppus said in a statement. “This painting has meant so much to us and been such an amazing part of our lives, and now I’m excited for it to be out there in the world.”

“Crude Oil (Vettriano)” was first presented at Banksy’s exhibition show Crude Oils: A Gallery of Remixed Masterpieces, Vandalism and Vermin in 2005. The painting is based on Jack Vettriano’s artwork “The Singing Butler” and features Banksy’s signature take on current issues. It depicts a couple dancing while a butler holds an umbrella over them like in the original but with the addition of two men in hazard suits disposing of toxic waste in the background.

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Viral Video of a Cat Sleeping in the Most Relaxed Position Delights the Internet https://wallpaperdata.com/viral-video-of-a-cat-sleeping-in-the-most-relaxed-position-delights-the-internet/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 08:40:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9490 Cats are known to be always on the lookout for potential danger, even when they are asleep. But sometimes, when they have enough trust in their owner, they get totally relaxed and it can result in the funniest and most adorable situations. TikTok user @paulmaddock6 recently shared a video of his feline Boyce sleeping in […]

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Cats are known to be always on the lookout for potential danger, even when they are asleep. But sometimes, when they have enough trust in their owner, they get totally relaxed and it can result in the funniest and most adorable situations.

TikTok user @paulmaddock6 recently shared a video of his feline Boyce sleeping in the most relaxed position ever, delighting internet users and bringing them more than a few chuckles.

The clip, which received more than 14 million views since being shared several days ago, shows Boyce sleeping on its back beside a fireplace while having all of its legs outstretched.

Other TikTok users rushed to the comments section, which contains 27K comments and counting, to share their opinions on the video.

Some users praised @paulmaddock6, saying this sleeping pose is a sign of trust.

“That’s the pose of 100% trust,” @simcat99 wrote.

“a cat sleeping like this, belly free open… is the most secure feeling she can get.. congrats to the owner… you are doing everything alright,” @marakanatakan added.

Others used the opportunity to get some jokes out.

“Cat sleep like he paid all the bills,” @infamousdgutter commented.

“draw me like one of your french girls, Jack,” @fakiraszakira shared.

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Rare Collection of Winnie-the-Pooh Drawings and Manuscripts Sell for $118,000 https://wallpaperdata.com/rare-collection-of-winnie-the-pooh-drawings-and-manuscripts-sell-for-118000/ Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:58:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9464 Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most famous characters in children’s literature. Created by author A. A. Milne and illustrator E. H. Shepard, the honey-loving bear has been featured in numerous books, animated movies, and other publications. Recently, a rare collection centering on Winnie-the-Pooh made its way to auction organized by Fieldings Auctioneers and ended up […]

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Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most famous characters in children’s literature. Created by author A. A. Milne and illustrator E. H. Shepard, the honey-loving bear has been featured in numerous books, animated movies, and other publications.

Recently, a rare collection centering on Winnie-the-Pooh made its way to auction organized by Fieldings Auctioneers and ended up selling for £95,000 (around $118,000). The collection consisted of original drawings and illustrations, including sketches for 1930’s The Christopher Robin Birthday Book, as well as Milne’s ideas and early drafts of Winnie-the-Pooh stories.

Additionally, the collection featured the author’s correspondence with publishers and Shepard, many of which mention Winnie-the-Pooh.

This rare Winnie-the-Pooh collection belonged to publisher Leslie Smith, who kept it stored in his attic. After Smith’s death, his son was sorting out his stuff and discovered it.

“This is an incredible discovery in the world of Winnie the Pooh, especially when it was thought all documents were accounted for. It has been an absolute pleasure to read through these rare, unique, and personal letters and documents which give further insight into our favorite honey-loving bear,” book specialist Clive Farahar, who appraised the collection, said in a statement.

During the auction, the collection was split into 34 lots, with starting prices ranging from £100 ($125) to £1,500 ($1,870). The majority of the lots were picked up by British collectors while the rest were bought by collectors from the United States.

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Bauhaus Design Meets Pop Culture in the Works of This Australian Artist https://wallpaperdata.com/bauhaus-design-meets-pop-culture-in-the-works-of-this-australian-artist/ Sat, 18 Jan 2025 08:11:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9436 Originating in Germany in the early 20th century as an artistic movement, Bauhaus took a unique approach to art and architecture. Its aim was to combine an individual vision of art and design with functionality and mass production. Bauhaus remains influential in modern times, with its principles still being used in architecture, product design, and […]

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Originating in Germany in the early 20th century as an artistic movement, Bauhaus took a unique approach to art and architecture. Its aim was to combine an individual vision of art and design with functionality and mass production.

Bauhaus remains influential in modern times, with its principles still being used in architecture, product design, and art. It also serves as an inspiration for artists, who are applying Bauhaus to their works in an unexpected way.

One of them is Australian artist Elisha, aka Bauhaus Your Haus. She creates artworks in which, as she puts it, “Bauhaus design meets pop culture.” These artworks use recognizable elements of Bauhaus design, including clean lines, bold colors, and simple geometric shapes.

 Elisha’s art features depictions of celebrities, superheroes, and characters from movies, TV shows, and video games. The list includes retired sprinter Usain Bolt, Lieutenant Commander Data from Star Trek: Next Generation, the version of superhero Wolverine from the X-Men ’97 animated series, Heath Ledgers’ version of the villain Joker, Captain Horatio Magellan Crunch aka Cap’n Crunch, and many more.

Elisha shares her newest creations on social media and offers them as posters on her Etsy shop. You can check them out by scrolling below.

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People Realize Calculator App Saves History and are Now Sharing Their “Embarrassing” Calculations https://wallpaperdata.com/people-realize-calculator-app-saves-history-and-are-now-sharing-their-embarrassing-calculations/ Mon, 06 Jan 2025 08:29:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9423 Having a calculator app on our smartphone always comes in handy. We can use it for complex calculations or for times when we just want to double-check that “7 x 8” equals 56. But did you know that the calculator app saves a history of all of your previous calculations? As it turns out, a […]

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Having a calculator app on our smartphone always comes in handy. We can use it for complex calculations or for times when we just want to double-check that “7 x 8” equals 56. But did you know that the calculator app saves a history of all of your previous calculations?

As it turns out, a lot of TikTok users didn’t know this and some of them are relieved that this history can be deleted due to their “embarrassing” calculations. Others decided to share it with the rest of the world.

One of them is TikTok user @jeffersonjohn14, who decided to share their realization with the rest of the world in a video that has since gone viral.

“Yall please remember to clear your CALCULATOR history every once in a while..my bf just saw mine and would have rather him gone thru my internet history,” @jeffersonjohn14 wrote in the video while also disclosing that her embarrassing calculation was “3+8??????.”

Many TikTok users were oblivious and thanked @jeffersonjohn14 for giving them a heads-up.

“Didn’t know this was a thing, thanks for the heads up girlie!!!,” @jesslovesyoumore wrote in the comments.

“Calculator app has a history?” @lyamichellee added.

Some TikTokers, on the other hand, used the opportunity to share their own “embarrassing” calculations.

“1×10.. it was a difficult day!” @shakespeareandcom1623 commented.

“no bc why do I have 30+8,” @alikidkat shared.

“Nah why I got 35-1 in mine,” @414n.uzi added.

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Dave Clamp’s Simple Illustrations are Packed with Humor https://wallpaperdata.com/dave-clamps-simple-illustrations-are-packed-with-humor/ Wed, 01 Jan 2025 16:26:00 +0000 https://wallpaperdata.com/?p=9390 In comedy, less is often more. Keeping the joke simple and to the point is the best way to get the biggest laughs. If you need any proof of this, just take a look at the works of British artist and musician Dave Clamp. Clamp creates simple illustrations that are packed with humor. His works […]

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In comedy, less is often more. Keeping the joke simple and to the point is the best way to get the biggest laughs. If you need any proof of this, just take a look at the works of British artist and musician Dave Clamp.

Clamp creates simple illustrations that are packed with humor. His works are usually black and white, with a small amount of details and a few lines of text. Despite this, the idea behind them is always so funny that you can’t help but laugh.  

“I try to keep it simple. I don’t even use backgrounds or shading for the most part. The most important thing for me is to tell a short story with every drawing. I also love wordplay. You can tell a joke with a single word if you know what you’re doing – or you can do it with no words at all! It’s all about the idea!,” Clamp shared in a recent interview with Bored Panda.

Clamp’s works might seem like something created by a seasoned veteran but he is fairly new to the world of illustrations. Everything started when he acquired a whiteboard, hoping it would help him get a better organization. But it didn’t take long before he started using it for drawing instead of writing.

He liked the practice as it helped him relax following a long day or a tiring recording session. But since one drawing needed to disappear for another to come to life on the whiteboard, he eventually started making digital illustrations and sharing them on social media.

Continue scrolling to check out more of his works.

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